The top 10 Illinois historic sites are in – chosen by voters in the Illinois Top 200 project. Here are 10 must-see destinations showcasing the history of Illinois.
9. Fort Massac
The French built Fort Massac in 1757 during the French and Indian War. Located in modern Metropolis, it was Illinois’ first state park. Fort Massac State Park honors the Massac Marines with a re-enactment of the history and traditions from the 18th century.
Looking for information on the estate on Spring between Wright & Canedy where my gr-gr-grandfather worked as a gardener late 1860s to 1870 when he was listed (not indexed) in the census as living in the household of George A. Schull